MLA Gary Coons - North Coast

Father we lift Gary Coons to you today. I know your eyes have been upon this man and I pray that his ears and his eyes will be open to understand that which you are doing in this present day. We pray that you will lead him and that he would have your discernment in the decision-making processes that he makes. We Bless him this day. In Jesus Name.

Gary Coons was re-elected as the MLA for the North Coast on May 12, 2009. He was first elected to the Legislature on May 17, 2005.

Gary serves as deputy opposition critic for Transportation and Infrastructure.

Gary has been an educator in the Prince Rupert School District for 27 years. He has taught Mathematics/Special Education and has been an active community advocate for many years. His other interests include spending time with his family and friends.

He also enjoys coaching, playing racquet sports and taking advantage of the many outdoor activities that the North Coast has to offer.

MLA Katrine Conroy - Kootenay West

Our gracious, Heavenly Father, today our prayers go out for MLA, Katrine Conway. We truly give thanks for her courage, compassion and selflessness in the giving of herself to others. We trust she is well on the way to recovery. May You uplift and refresh her spirit as she prepares to come back to work. Bless her with wisdom, grace and clarity of direction in this responsible position she holds as Party Whip for the Opposition. We appreciate her leadership qualities and her willingness to serve in the legislature, to champion good change for our province and especially for the constituents in her riding of W. Kootenay Boundary. May You abundantly bless Katrine’s personal life as she balances her work load away from home and her role as wife and mother. Keep her and her family all safe and well.

In Jesus' precious Name. Amen

Katrine Conroy was elected as the MLA for Kootenay West May 12, 2009. She served as MLA for West Kootenay-Boundary from May 17, 2005 until the riding boundaries were re-drawn.

Katrine Conroy has been successful in both community and career endeavors. Katrine has enjoyed successful careers as one of B.C.'s first female Steam Engineers, as an Early Childhood Educator, Administrator and College Instructor, and as a small business person.

Katrine has worked and volunteered in her community as the Executive Director of Kootenay Family Place, Co-Chair of the Castlegar and District Social Planning Council, Treasurer of the Regional District of Central Kootenay Community Futures Board, Hospital Board member, and founding Board member of the Community Social Services Employers Association.

With her husband Ed, Katrine lives in Pass Creek where they run a successful ranch breeding prize winning Polled Hereford cattle. Together they have raised four children, and have five grandchildren.

Carole James, Leader of the Opposition, MLA for Victoria-Beacon Hill

Today we are praying for Carole James. 

Carole James was elected Leader of the British Columbia New Democratic Party on November 23, 2003.

Carole served as President of the B.C. School Trustees Association for an unprecedented five terms, commencing in 1995.  She was elected to the Greater Victoria School Board from 1990 to 2001. She has also served at the national level as the Vice-President of the Canadian School Boards Association. Carole has been appointed to numerous provincial initiatives, including the Independent B.C. Budget Review Panel, the Public Education Restructuring Consultation, the Ministry of Children and Families Secure Care Committee.

In addition to serving a two-year term as the Director of Child Care Policy for the government of British Columbia, she has served on the Greater Victoria Region Social Planning Council, the City of Victoria Parks and Recreation Committee, and the Task Force on Violence Prevention.  In recognition of her work in the area of co-operative pre-schools, she was named an Honorary Life Member of the Vancouver Island Co-operative Pre-School Association.

In 2001, Carole moved to Prince George to serve as the Director of Child and Family Services for Carrier Sekani Family Services. As part of her management responsibilities, she coordinated the planning for regionalization of child and family services from the Ministry of Children and Families to an Aboriginal Authority. In July 2003, just prior to becoming Leader of the New Democrats, she became Coordinator with the Northern Aboriginal Authority for Families.

In May 2005, Carole was elected as the MLA for Victoria-Beacon Hill, and became the Leader of BC's Official Opposition in the BC Legislature.  Carole is the mother of two children, Alison and Evan. She was also a foster parent for 20 years, giving care to children and adults with special needs.

Father we come on behalf of Carole James and pray that she would be blessed for her deep commitment to serving in government as well as watching over the Victoria-Beacon Hill area to which she serves. We pray for health and strength for her as she serves. She has been given a great role to fulfill so we ask that she would be protected as she works so diligently in many areas. Continue to pour out a powerful unction for great leadership for this year. Use her to minister justice and wisdom.

John Horgan - Malahat-Juan de Fuca

Today we are praying for MLA John Horgan, Malahat Juan de Fuca

John Horgan was elected as the MLA for Malahat - Juan de Fuca on May 17, 2005. John is the Opposition Critic for Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources. John was born and raised in Victoria.

He attended Trent University in Ontario and received a Bachelor of Arts degree. He then moved to Australia and completed a Master of Arts degree at Sydney University.

A former long time public servant, John began his career working in the House of Commons. He returned to British Columbia in the 1990's to work for the Harcourt government

In 2001, John, with his partners, started a management and research consulting company. John and his wife Ellie have two sons at the Univeristy of Victoria, Nate and Evan.

Dear Jesus,

We thank You Lord for the appointment You have entrusted Mr. Horgan with as Opposition Critic for Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources. Thank You Lord that John's many years as a public servant has given him knowledge and experience working within our Government's frame. Father give him fresh revelation for the tasks that are set before him. Give Mr. Horgan much needed solutions for every challenge he faces. We ask for unity amongst his team and the peace that You provide.

May John, his wife Ellie and sons Nate and Evan be blessed this 2009 with strong health, wisdom, fun and family times.